Liver Laceration Repair Treatment in Turkey
About Liver Laceration Repair
Key Highlights
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Life-saving intervention for severe abdominal trauma.Performed by specialized Surgical Gastroenterologists with expertise in hepatobiliary anatomy.Aims to control bleeding and preserve maximum healthy liver tissue.Can be performed via open surgery or minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques in select cases.Critical for preventing complications like hemorrhage, bile peritonitis, and abscess formation.
Who is this surgery for?
- Blunt or penetrating abdominal trauma (e.g., from motor vehicle accidents, falls, or stab wounds).
- High-grade liver lacerations (Grade III-V on the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma scale).
- Persistent hemorrhage or hemodynamic instability despite initial resuscitation and non-operative management.
- Significant bile leakage or injury to major bile ducts.
- Associated injuries to other intra-abdominal organs requiring surgical exploration.
- Failure of conservative management (observation, angiography/embolization) for a liver laceration.
How to prepare
- Immediate stabilization in the Emergency Room with IV fluids, blood transfusions, and monitoring.
- Diagnostic imaging, typically a CT scan with contrast, to assess the laceration grade and associated injuries.
- Informed consent process explaining the urgent nature, risks, and potential outcomes of the surgery.
- Pre-operative blood tests, including complete blood count, coagulation profile, and liver function tests.
- Administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Placement of necessary lines (central venous, arterial) and preparation for possible intra-operative blood salvage.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding (hemorrhage) during or after the procedure.
- Infection, including surgical site infection, intra-abdominal abscess, or sepsis.
- Bile leak or fistula formation, which may require additional drainage procedures.
- Injury to surrounding structures like the diaphragm, intestines, or major blood vessels.
- Post-operative liver failure, especially if a large portion of the liver is damaged or removed.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism).
- Adhesions (scar tissue) causing future bowel obstruction.
- Anesthesia-related risks.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or a high-dependency ward for close monitoring.
- Pain management with intravenous and later oral medications.
- Gradual advancement of diet from liquids to solids as bowel function returns.
- Monitoring of drainage tubes (if placed) for output of blood or bile.
- Early mobilization to prevent blood clots and pneumonia.
- Follow-up imaging (ultrasound or CT) to ensure proper healing and no fluid collections.
- Avoidance of strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and contact sports for the recommended period.
- Regular follow-up visits with the surgeon to monitor liver function and overall recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
7-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering liver laceration repair in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with surgical gastroenterology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for liver laceration repair compare across other countries where we have data.
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